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Cheap Car Hire in Rome from R477

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Rome with a pick-up date of 2/5 and drop-off date of 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Rome car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Rome. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2025.

Most popular company

SURPRICECARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

R34,84

Average price per day

R727

Cheapest price per day

R477

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Rome?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Rome and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 March 2025.

January

R308

February

R235

March

R308

April

R417

May

R471

June

R580

July

R653

August

R580

September

R508

October

R417

November

R290

December

R489

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Rome is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Rome

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Rome and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 March 2025.

There are currently 497 hire locations operating in Rome spread across 85 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Rome is small car at R477 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

Mini

Mini

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compare available car types for rental in Rome

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Rome to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2025.

Small cars

R135 - R870

All Car Types

R193 - R1 513

To hire a small car in Rome, Italy, you would pay an average price of R515/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Rome, Italy (~R135/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R870/day). In fact, February is about 74% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Rome. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rome, renting a small car saves you 41% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Rome small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Rome, Italy, you would pay an average price of R955/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Rome, Italy (~R192/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R2 074/day). In fact, January is about 80% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Rome. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rome, renting a medium car is 11% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Rome medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Rome, Italy, you would pay an average price of R1 833/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Rome, Italy (~R300/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~R3 426/day). In fact, October is about 84% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Rome. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rome, renting a large car is 54% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Rome, Italy, you would pay an average price of R894/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Rome, Italy (~R92/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R2 559/day). In fact, March is about 90% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Rome. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rome, renting a SUV is 5% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Rome SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Rome, Italy, you would pay an average price of R1 809/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a van in Rome, Italy (~R319/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R4 023/day). In fact, October is about 83% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Rome. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Rome, renting a van is 53% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Ford FiestaR477/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

Top rental agencies in Rome

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Rome known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Rome. Reviews were last updated on 19 March 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Rome area such as Thrifty, Leasys Rent and Dollar. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Thrifty

7,6
Good
1 review14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

8,0

Leasys Rent

6,8
Okay
3 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,6

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

7,2

Dollar

6,7
Okay
15 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,4

Value

6,6

Hertz

6,5
Okay
15 reviews33 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,1

DRIVALIA

6,0
Okay
2 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,5

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,0

Avis

5,8
Fair
11 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

5,6

Budget

5,1
Fair
13 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

6,7

Overall

5,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

5,5

Europcar

4,0
Mediocre
2 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

4,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

4,0

Best Rome car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Rome. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Rome with an average daily rate of R618. Data was last updated on 19 March 2025.
Peruse the best Rome car hire deals we've found. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Ford FiestaR477/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Ford EcoSportR508/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Toyota Corolla QuestR520/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Rome, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Rome?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R727/day when booking a car hire in Rome. The absolute best deal a user found was for R446/day from Centauro, booked on Mar. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Rome?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Rome from the following companies over the past two weeks: Italy Car Rent (R451/day), Ok Mobility (R495/day), and NOLEGGIARE (R499/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Rome?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10,0 rating), keddy by Europcar (10,0 rating) and Italy Car Rent (9,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Rome.

  • What are petrol prices like in Rome?

    The average price of petrol in Rome is R34,84/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 568 and R2 265 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Rome for a week from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL ?

    SURPRICE CAR RENTAL is one of the top picks in Rome. They can have you in a hire car for about R3 215 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Rome for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 61% on a hire car in Rome. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Rome?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Rome for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Rome for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 84% on a month-long rental by booking with Centauro. Centauro is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Rome can cost you on average R13 778 a month or R459 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Rome for a weekend?

    It costs R0 for a weekend car hire in Rome, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Mini as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Rome in April, prices are R358 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Rome?

    Fiat 500, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Rome according to Cheapflights users.

Small car hires in Rome

Find small car hire deals in Rome from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Rome cost an average of R733 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2025.
Renault KwidR662/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Suzuki SwiftR741/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Suzuki SwiftR797/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Van hires in Rome

Find people carrier hire deals in Rome from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Rome cost an average of R1 235 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2025.
In terms of van hires in Rome, these are some of the best options we've found at this time. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Suzuki ErtigaR692/day
5
M
A/C
Suzuki Ertiga
Toyota AvanzaR1 403/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Toyota AvanzaR1 405/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza

Car hires by fuel type in Rome

Browse car hires by fuel type in Rome. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Rome. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Rome. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R25+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Travelling to a place near Rome?

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Cortona
Civitavecchia
Frascati
Fiumicino
Tivoli

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